Sling tips for front heavy rifle?

SteveJobs Joined Dec 2020 Posts 1176 EE 0% (0) USA	Posted: 4/26/2024 3:17:21 PM EDT I have a savage 10 with a 24" barrel. It's very front heavy. I put a sling on it for the first time the other night, and when on my shoulder, it just kept wanting to level out horizontally. I don't intend to take this rifle backpacking or anything, but it'd be nice to throw it on my shoulder on occasion and have it stay there.

NotIssued Member Joined Apr 2011 Posts 14106 EE 100% (232) USA	Posted: 4/26/2024 4:41:52 PM EDT [Last Edit: NotIssued] [#1] Carry it muzzle down. I'll be honest though, I hate the traditional rifle sling. Much prefer them attaching on the side.

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Posted: 4/26/2024 5:27:41 PM EDT

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Originally Posted By NotIssued:
Carry it muzzle down.

I'll be honest though, I hate the traditional rifle sling. Much prefer them attaching on the side.

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That's the catch though, the rifle is so long it'll be in danger of bumping the muzzle. Theres a flash hider, so that'd help protect it, but I'd be a little surprised if there isn't a solution to this.

But I agree, traditional slings leave a lot to be desired on modern rifles. I could mount studs on the side, but I don't imagine that'll solve the problem on my back.

03RN Brown Coat Joined Jul 2015 Posts 44857 EE 100% (78) NH, USA	Posted: 4/27/2024 9:11:36 AM EDT [#3] Can you post a picture? My m1903 stays up just fine. What kind of sling?
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SpeyRod Member Joined Mar 2008 Posts 38095 EE 100% (27) OR, USA	Posted: 4/27/2024 11:42:13 AM EDT [#4] Look for a safari sling. Rifle rides level in front of you. May work.